Epilogue: I'm sad this one is ending…..

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Chapter 36 – Mended Bridges

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It was summer of the next year when Laurie gave birth to six pound 5 ounce William Charles Forman, Fez's tribute to Willy Wonka and all things candy related. Three year old Gabby fussed about him like he was her baby. The little blonde boy with tan skin reminded Eric of an oompa loompa but he never told that to his sister.

Aunt Chelsea and Aunt Donna started making weekend visits during the holidays to see their "niece" and true to her word; Chelsea never gave the Forman's a cause for worry. Bob Pinciotti became an unofficial grandpa but still longed for his own grandchild one day.

Eric and Jackie renewed their wedding vows in a simple service on the shores of Lake Wisconsin and this time the ceremony had all the heart in it that was missing a year ago. Jackie didn't marry Eric to save Gabriella. She married Eric because she truly loved him. Gabriella wasn't a pocket baby for Jackie; she was her daughter in heart and soul. This little family was complete.

With the success of Eric's bookstore and Jackie's hair jewelry, the couple was able to finance a small house not too far from the elder Forman's. They plan on adding to their family within the next couple of years.

The End

A/N: I sincerely appreciate all my readers that reviewed and stayed with this story. Knowing that you were there everyday with a comment or review inspired me to keep going after chapter 22. I thank you so much and hope to have something new for you soon.

Special thanks to my WALL OF FAMERS...You know who you are!

Marla